Description
Book SynopsisThe book is fully illustrated with color photographs and line drawings and includes a glossary and a guide to resources-support and advocacy organizations, and web sites-for people with melanoma.
Trade ReviewThis deadly cancer can sneak up on you in the prime of your life, even years after you've covered up. You need to be informed and protect yourself. This is just the book to help you. The Los Angeles Times
Table of ContentsContents: Pt. I - Melanoma: Recognizing and Preventing It 1 What Is Malignant Melanoma? 2 About Pigmented Lesions 3 What Causes Melanoma, and Why Are So Many People Getting It? 4 Skin Warning Signs 5 What Is Your Risk? The Risk Factors for Melanoma 6 Prevention, Early Detection, and Education Pt. II - Melanoma: Diagnosis and Treatment 7 Diagnosing and Treating the Primary Lesion 8 Staging, Treatment Decisions, Prognosis, and Follow-Up 9 Adjuvant Therapy 10 Treating Advanced Melanoma 11 Managing Pain and the End of Life Pt. III - Melanoma: Less Common Types and Melanoma Research 12 Unusual Forms of Melanoma 13 What's New in Melanoma Research? Guide to Resources for People with Cancer Glossary Index
